ad hoc

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This ad hoc demand puzzled the Saudis and other rulers—who consider themselves allied with the U.S. and who are hoping for an end to the war.

From Slate • Jun. 1, 2026

It took an ad hoc international tribunal that established its own rules to do it.

From Salon • May 18, 2026

In March, Key suggested they will not make any full-time appointments and instead will continue to use a rotating cast on an ad hoc basis.

From BBC • May 11, 2026

Last quarter’s energy-sector insider sales reflected a mix of trades determined by prearranged trading plans, as well as ad hoc sales.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

Frank Millet unofficially kept watch over the buildings of the eastern architects during their lengthy absences from the park, lest some ad hoc decision cause irreparable aesthetic damage.

From "The Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson